Through Russian Snows: A Story of Napoleon's Retreat from Moscow

"Through Russian Snows: A Story of Napoleon's Retreat from Moscow" by G. A. Henty, is a historical adventure that plunges into the heart of Napoleon's disastrous retreat from Moscow. The story follows Sergeant Julian Wyatt, a young man whose journey is framed by the death of his father and the contrasting personalities within his family, alongside his more serious brother Frank. The narrative is set against the grand backdrop of the Russian campaign; it explores themes of duty, courage, and the trials faced by soldiers during this brutal moment in history. Expect a stirring tale filled with both the thrill of adventure and somber reflection on the moral challenges of war, all centered around one man's experience as history unfolds.